COLUMNS
High court must remain impartial
Campaign finance reform is an ever enduring struggle to provide Wisconsin residents with an election system that is fair and responsible — fair for all people who would like to serve the state as a public servant and responsible for holding the cost of elections to a reasonable standard.By Rep. Chris Danou, WI District 90 , November 19, 2009
Women urgently need health care reform
Any discussion we have on health care reform must include a real commitment to improving the lives of American women.By Al Franken, DFL-Minn. , November 12, 2009
Human Services is changing
Human Services programs grow more complex every year, yet the county-based delivery system is essentially the same today as it was in 1923.By Greg Schoener, Goodhue County Human Services Director , November 11, 2009
Interstate cooperation must go beyond rhetoric 
A month ago, when Gov. Tim Pawlenty announced Minnesota was pulling out of income-tax reciprocity with Wisconsin, there was disappointment and frustration from residents and legislators in both states.
By Sheila Harsdorf, River Falls , November 03, 2009
R-E considers running new editorial cartoon
Diligent readers of the opinion page will have noticed a new editorial feature in recent weeks, “The Minnesota Cartoon.”
By Anne Jacobson , October 30, 2009
BadgerCare for adults is full
Earlier this year, Assembly Democrats expanded BadgerCare Plus to include low-income adults without dependents.
By Chris Danou, Trempealeau, Wis. , October 19, 2009
Thank state government for the wind hubbub
What happens when government imposes its will on free markets and supports an energy product that cannot, without government assistance, create investor profitability or provide consumer affordability?
By Steve Drazkowski, Wabasha , October 17, 2009
Hunters, you may rest your case
With fall just around the corner, many Minnesotans are likely preparing for another favored time of year - hunting season.
By Steve Drazkowski, Wabasha , September 20, 2009
Port Authority talks finances and the future
In upcoming weeks you will undoubtedly hear a lot about Red Wing Port Authority finances and how the organization might deal with a cash deficit of just over $1 million.
By Myron White, Red Wing , September 19, 2009
Lawmakers will have full plate
What’s in store for the fall legislative session?
By Sheila Harsdorf, River Falls , September 18, 2009
State takes big strides with ARRA
If you’ve done any traveling this summer, you’ve probably noticed the increase in road construction projects throughout the state.
By Steve Murphy, Red Wing , September 04, 2009
R-E’s core function remains same
This has been a busy week at the R-E. Staff members from every department helped publish our last “dailies” while also preparing for our transition to a twice-weekly print publication.
By Anne Jacobson , August 28, 2009
Do you really want the government operating your health care?
Public outrage has begun in the national debate over whether or not the federal government should take over our health care system. Similar talk has taken place at the state level.
By Steve Drazkowski , August 21, 2009
Be aware of new seat belt regulations
If you haven't been persuaded by the classic catchphrases such as "Click It or Ticket" or "Seat belts Save Lives," then you should know there is a new incentive for Wisconsin drivers to buckle up.
By Chris Danou , August 19, 2009
Fear not the first Friday of the month
In the nearly seven years since I was first elected to represent Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District, I have come to pay special attention to the first Friday of each month. Many of my colleagues in Congress do the same.
By John Kline , August 19, 2009
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